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In a 1-2 page Word document briefly explain the purpose of the Human Genome Project. In addition, identify the three diseases that are related to chromosomes abnormally and describe each of these diseases
The human genome project was to completely map and understand the genes of human beings. The purpose of human genome project is to provide a complete sequence of 3 billion DNA genes to make a human genome. It was not only for humans but also other organisms. Other purpose was to develop tools for analysis and spreading of information.
Chromosomal abnormalities are a missing, extra or irregular portion of a DNA sequence. Some of the chromosomal abnormalities are: